Top Bathroom Trends for 2021

Designing a new bathroom can be a challenge. The latest trends move quickly year by year and trying to keep up can leave your head spinning. Well, the good news is we are here to help. This round-up will run over all of the top styles of 2021 to consider when updating your bathroom. 

Let’s get started! 

Open showering spaces 

We’ll kick this off in your showering space. This year the focus is on showering spaces with a minimalist vibe. There are a few ways this can be achieved in your bathroom. 

Frameless shower enclosures 

We’ve all seen regular shower enclosures with the chrome frame around the edge. However, in 2021 the focus has turned to removing the frame entirely so only the glass is visible apart from the hinges. Opting for a frameless enclosure can bring a simple elegance to your bathroom. 

Shower screens

Next up, we have shower screens. These screens replace the need for a shower enclosure. It is a very tall and wide pane of glass that keeps the water where you want it. This solution will bring a very clean, modern appearance to your bathroom. 

Shower trays

There are many styles of shower tray you can add to your showering space to elevate your bathroom. Options range from sleek white acrylic trays that will give a clean, simple feel, or slate trays that bring a dash of colour and some visual interest to your space. Truly more choices here than you can count.

Another top tip when upgrading your shower tray is to get an ultra-slim model that can be flush with the floor or as little as 25mm high. 

Vintage is making a comeback

Traditionally styled bathrooms is another area that has gained ground this year. Many brands such as Roca, Rak Ceramics, Vitra and have released ranges inspired by the Victorian, Georgian and Edwardian eras. The blend of modern innovation and the styles of times gone by are making for an unbeatable duo in 2021.

Incorporate biophilic design into your bathroom

Biophilic design is bringing the outside inside. Adding a few plants to your space can give your bathroom a dynamic edge and indulge your senses. This style pairs beautifully with neutral colours and bathrooms designed with a focus on minimalism. 

Bring more colour into your bathroom 

Bringing a dash of colour into your bathroom is a quick and easy way to give your bathroom a fresh, bright appeal. This year there are many popular ways to brighten your bathroom. Let’s run through the top three.

Brassware

First up we have brassware. What we are talking about is your basin or bath taps. Current trends take a step away from the more basic chrome finishes and embrace more interesting finishes such as Black, Brushed Brass, one manufacturer has even released a Spectrum basin mixer. 

Ceramics

It is the same story for your basin and toilet. Many premium brands have begun to release more colourful finishes such as Medici and Black. 

Paint / Wallpaper

This is a simple way to brighten up your bathroom. You may be thinking, wallpaper in a bathroom? And the answer is yes. In 2021 wallpaper is making a comeback to your bathroom. Not in a weird ugly way though. Think of it more as a feature wall with an interesting pattern. Same ideal with the paint too, go for a bold colour. 

Freestanding baths

Space permitting a freestanding bath can bring a sense of modern elegance to your bathroom. This trend is part of the move towards minimalist and clear open spaces. While this may not be something everyone has the space for, if possible, it would be a great addition to your bathroom.

Bring technology into your bathroom

Over the past few years bathroom innovation has come leaps and strides. It’s now possible to pack your bathroom with a whole host of innovative features that can enhance your experience. 

More and more we are seeing high-end bathrooms featuring digital showers, technology-packed shower toilets, sensor lighting, and underfloor heating gaining in popularity in the bathroom.

Oversized tiles

Another trend that has garnered some attention in the bathroom is oversized tiles. While these may be a lot heavier and you tiler may not appreciate it, the end result is undeniably stunning. With far fewer grout lines these large tiles can give your bathroom a sleek minimalist appeal.